# Polar Bear Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

- **When:** Fri, Jan 22, 2027 · 6:00 PM CST
- **Where:** 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90814
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-172365-polar-bear-run-5k-10k-and-half-marathon-by-califlow-runs

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/LongBeach/ElevateYourEnergyKKAndHalfMarathon?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

&#x1f43b;‍❄️ Polar Bear Run
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
&#x1f4cd; Long Beach, CA
&#x1f4c5; January 18, 2026

Brace yourself for crisp air, cool miles, and that brrr-but-worth-it January energy. The Polar Bear Run is a winter tradition for runners who don’t hibernate — they layer up, show up, and earn their miles the cold way. ❄️

 

Cold mornings. Clear skies. Strong strides. This is winter running at its best.

 
❄️ What’s Included
✔ Professional Chip Timing for accurate results
&#x1f4f8; Free Race Photos – download and share your frosty finish
&#x1f396;️ Finisher Medal for All Participants
&#x1f3c6; Overall & Age Group Awards
&#x1f4a7; Three On-Course Water Stations
&#x1f389; Finish Line Party with music and high vibes

 
&#x1f9e4; Who Can Participate?
All are welcome — runners, walkers, stroller athletes, and all paces.
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing warmth at the finish line, this run is for you.

 
&#x1f552; Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
Bib Pick-Up/ Same Day Registration:
6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
&#x1f4cd; Race Ready Athletics Tent

Start Times:
&#x1f3c1; Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
&#x1f3c1; 5K & 10K – 7:30 AM

 
&#x1f4cd; Start Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803

 
&#x1f697; Parking
• Free street parking available
• Beach lot parking available for $2.00 per hour (pay at machines)

 
&#x1f3c6; Awards
Top 3 Overall Men & Women in each distance

&#x1f3a4; Podium Ceremonies:
Overall Winners : 9:15 AM

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-172365-polar-bear-run-5k-10k-and-half-marathon-by-califlow-runs](https://runthis.run/event/rs-172365-polar-bear-run-5k-10k-and-half-marathon-by-califlow-runs) — data from Run This (runthis.run).
